Bristlenose Pleco
Ancistrus spp.
Provide driftwood and caves; males can be territorial with each other. Produces a lot of waste, so filter well.
- Adult size
- 5 in
- Smallest tank
- 20 gal
- Keep them in groups of
- 1+
- Temperature
- 73–81 °F
- pH · hardness
- 6–7.8 · 2–20 dGH
- Food
- Herbivore: algae wafers, vegetables, driftwood
Gets along with
Think twice about
Easy plants for the same tank
Care ranges are typical hobby guidance and vary by source and by where the animal came from. Ask your supplier and watch your own tank. Spot a mistake on this page? Let me know.